Donating Securities
An easy way to give
Donating securities is one of the simplest ways to give. It’s also a smart way to avoid generating a capital gain on stocks or other securities that have risen in value.
An easy way to give
Donating securities is one of the simplest ways to give. It’s also a smart way to avoid generating a capital gain on stocks or other securities that have risen in value.
Advantages
Tax-free: When you sell appreciated shares, you generate a capital gain that is taxed at 50%. When you donate them to Mission inclusion, the capital gain is not taxable.
Simplicity: Your broker transfers the publicly traded securities to Mission inclusion’s account at the time of your choosing.
Tax receipt: You receive a tax receipt for 100% of the market value of the shares at the time of transfer.
Resources
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of planned giving?
There are many types of planned gifts. They all allow you to perpetuate your values and continue to improve the world for the most disadvantaged, while enjoying attractive tax benefits.
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